Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
DEOM-0006
Organization's ID:
DD-1512-009
Organization:
Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 week (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Diversity Management
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to equip neutrals with mediation and other Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) skills. This skill set will provide basic proficiency in mediation, and facilitative conflict resolution. It is the intent of this program to provide DoD personnel with the fundamental training required for certification as DoD mediators.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the Roles and Responsibilities of the Disability Program Manager (DPM), to include Special Placement Program Coordinators (SPPCs)
  • Understand the legal authority associated with Disability Programs (Individual with Disabilities, Reasonable Accommodations, Targeted Disabilities)
  • Know the basic Human Resources actions (to include Program Planning) and the impact it has on the efforts to recruit, hire, advance, and retain persons with disabilities (SF 256)
  • Comprehend how Outreach and Marketing can impact the disability program
  • Comprehend how Workplace Emergency Procedures support Employees with Disabilities
  • Comprehend the foundation of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and associated Rehabilitation Act
  • Understand the basis of the Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
  • Comprehend how (APEEO) Affirmative Programs (MD 715) can impact DoD capabilities and achieve mission readiness
  • Know how the Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP) can impact individuals with disabilities
  • Demonstrate Briefing (Presentation) skills

General Topics:

  • The foundation of disability programs (disability awareness)
  • Roles and responsibilities of the DPM
  • Human resources and program planning such as recruit, hire, advance, and retain persons with disabilities (SF 256)
  • Presentation skills
  • APEEO Affirmative Programs (MD 715)
  • Outreach and marketing
  • Workplace emergency procedures
  • The Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)
  • The Computer/Electronic Accommodations Program (CAP)
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials